Get certified on Windows Server 2003 to Windows Server 2008

The Windows Server 2008 certifications are part of the new generation of Microsoft certifications, which emphasize primary skill sets and job roles, providing a more relevant, flexible, and cost-effective way to validate core technical, professional, and architectural skills.

By becoming a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) on Windows Server 2008 you can help your organization take advantage of advanced server technology with the power to increase the flexibility of your server infrastructure, save time, and reduce costs. Transition certifications are available today for Windows Server 2003 certified professionals, while full certification paths will be available soon after the Windows Server 2008 product release.

Exam 70-648 topics covered

Exam 70-648 is an upgrade exam that is a composite of two stand-alone exams: 70-640 and 70-642. Exam 70-648 will validate skills related to the core technology features and functionality of Windows Server 2008, from the existing knowledge base of an MCSA on Windows Server 2003.

Professionals with an MCSE on Windows Server 2003 must pass one exam to become an MCTS on Windows Server 2008. If you are an MCSE and pass Exam 70-649, you will earn three distinct MCTS certifications:

MCTS: Windows Server 2008 – Active Directory Configuration

MCTS: Windows Server 2008 – Network Infrastructure Configuration

MCTS: Windows Server 2008 – Application Platform Configuration

The MCTS certifications earned with Exam 70-649 are credit toward the following Professional Series certifications:

Exam 70-649 topics covered

Exam 70-649 is an upgrade exam that is a composite of three stand-alone exams: 70-640, 70-642, and 70-643. Exam 70-649 will validate skills related to the core technology features and functionality of Windows Server 2008, from the existing knowledge base of an MCSE on Windows Server 2003.